As part of the fashion field we have become accustomed to seeing emaciated models don the latest styles on the runway. However, after reading an article on yahoo news today I have come to realize not all models these days fit that profile. Especially not the ones in Wolfson's fashion show.

Don't know what Wolfson is? It's a children's hospital. This year marks their seventh year doing the show to raise money for the hospital and the children who cannot afford their bills within the hospital. The event is sponsored by the Women's Board of Wolfson Children's Hospital and features models who are both current and former patients. Not only does the show allow the children a break from the realities they face but it helps the hospital spotlight the children they love and helps raise money to make them better.

This year the show is called "A Circus Parade." There will be 21 "models" who range in age from 5 to 17. They will be wearing fashions from Belk (kind of like a Macy's in the South). The models will be accompanied by sponsors, who may be their physician, a corporate official or concerned community member. Information about each child, their picture and artwork will be framed and then presented to the sponsors at the show. Each of the models will have their own dresser so that parents can relax and sit in their seats and watch their children's dreams come to life.It all takes place on Saturday December 6 in Jacksonville Florida. So if you are in that area for the holidays look it up!

Hearing stores about how fashion inspires hope always makes me feel like I am in the right profession. As the holiday season is upon us I feel stories like this puts into perspective the importance of giving back, helping those less fortunate than ourselves, and truly cherishing the time we have with friends, family, and on this earth. To all the children that will be in the fashion show good luck, and have fun!

picture: official logo for the event. found at: http://www.jacksonville.com